Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2x
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54 Overall
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Replaced the Sigma DP2s
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Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX100 versus Sigma DP2x, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and DP2x (5MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX100 was introduced 4 months before the DP2x and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NX100 grades versus the DP2x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sigma DP2x
| NX100 | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung NX100
| DP2x | NX100 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP2x
| NX100 | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2010 |  | February 2011 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 provides external measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX100 versus Sigma DP2x in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NX100 vs the DP2x.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and DP2x is 88 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and DP2x.
As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX100 to give you extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
| Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP2x | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
| Model | Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP2x |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-09-14 | 2011-02-08 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DRIMe Engine | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15MP | 5MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 41mm (1x) |
| Number of lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | VGA AMOLED | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 282g (0.62 pounds) | 280g (0.62 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 62 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 563 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 420 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BP1130 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $386 | $699 |